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1. Teddy
4.6
Exceptional(48)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Potts Point
Booked 24 times today
Teddy offers a fresh and approachable take on the modern Aussie bistro, filled with familiar favourites seen through fresh eyes. The menu is curated by widely acclaimed Chef Ben Sears (Melbourne), and the kitchen is overseen by Head Chef Nicole Coelho who brings her culinary flair to strike the right balance between old and new school favs.Teddy is the perfect space for all season and all reasons. Gather the crew for the next big event or just drop in for a weeknight-wine on the way home from the daily grind. Double Daily Happy Hour is from 4pm-6pm, 7 days a week (and it's well worth sneaking out of work early for!)The Teddy courtyard offers a killer private event space and is the perfect area to book out for you up to 25 of your favourite peope. Pour yourself into a bar stool, order some freshly shucked Sydney rocks with a glass of Aussie bubbles, tap your feet along with the back2back 80s bangers and settle in for some of the best people watching in the hood.
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2. The Waratah
4.6
Exceptional(106)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Darlinghurst
Booked 6 times today
The Waratah is a neighbourhood friendly bar, located in the heart of Darlinghurst. Our ground floor features a friendly and easy-going public bar designed for walk-ins only. Upstairs is open for bookings, with a vibrant terrace bar complete with a stunning sun-draped rooftop and wrap-around veranda.Our focus is on cocktails and great food. The Waratah is our love letter to all that makes Australia unique: small & independent producers, local growers, native produce and a diverse and singular landscape.Welcome to The Waratah, let’s explore Australia together.
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3. Chaco Bar
4.6
Exceptional(193)
Price: Expensive
• Yakitori • Potts Point
Booked 17 times today
Japanese Izakaya in the heart of Kings Cross / Potts PointYakitori and charcoal grilling specialist. Step into a warmly lit restaurant to enjoy some hot BBQ paired with a glass of cold sake from our carefully curated beverage list. 30 Seconds walk from Kings Cross Station.
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4. bills Darlinghurst
4.6
Exceptional(25)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Darlinghurst
Booked 1 time today
We don’t take bookings for breakfast and lunch over the weekend – please just come along and we’ll look after you.Every Bill Granger’s restaurant reflects the spirit we like to think of as ‘Australian’: sunny, easy-going and generous.Bill opened his first restaurant in Sydney’s Darlinghurst in 1993. It soon became loved for its legendary breakfasts, served at the famous central communal table, where locals and travellers, families and friends, continue to be welcomed. Thirty years later, Bill’s relaxed, friendly and infectious joy in good, fresh food has become truly global, and is enjoyed at his restaurants in Sydney, Seoul, Tokyo and London.
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5. Figo Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(407)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Rushcutters Bay
Booked 4 times today
Casual Italian Restaurant with Friendly service and traditional food. Bar seating and dining tables with two different rooms. We are a small but vibrant place.
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6. Busshari
4.7
Exceptional(34)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Potts Point
Booked 4 times today
Located in the heart of Potts Point, Busshari Restaurant represents the essence of Japanese cuisine: simplicity and freshness. Busshari's decor is soft lit, creating warm and welcoming feel.Busshari opened in 2006, specializing in Japanese authenticity of simple, delicate sashimi and sushi.Along with a selected and refined offer of wine and saké we hope to cater for every of your nights of food and drinks.
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7. Sonora Mexican – Potts Point
4.2
Awesome(9)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Potts Point
Booked 2 times today
Sonora, located in Potts Point and owned by Roy McVeigh (Hatted, Michelin + award winning chef), is a reimagined Mexican dining experience that goes beyond traditional expectations. Rooted in a seasonal and ingredient-focused philosophy, the restaurant takes inspiration from some of the best Mexican eateries in Mexico and across the globe. McVeigh emphasizes sustainable practices, incorporating local ingredients and often-overlooked plant parts to craft innovative dishes that surprise and delight. Standout items like Barramundi collars, a Wagyu taco with chickweed, and a dessert featuring goat cheese cream illustrate Sonora's dedication to unique flavors and a thoughtful approach to modern Mexican cuisine.
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8. Divino Osteria
4.6
Exceptional(11)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Elizabeth Bay
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to Divino Osteria, where Italy’s culinary traditions blend with the warmth of family! Started by two Italian friends, Antonio & Gaetano, our restaurant offers a memorable experience of southern Italian wining & dining in Sydney. ‘Divino’ means ‘divine’ in Italian, reflecting the sublime dining experience we offer. ‘Osteria’ refers to a traditional Italian restaurant, emphasising community and warmth. Led by Gaetano Giustiniani our restaurant celebrates the vibrant flavours of the Southern Italy with a modern twist. Join us for an unforgettable experience that feels like home!
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9. Takam
4.8
Exceptional(29)
Price: Expensive
• Filipino • Darlinghurst
Booked 3 times today
Eat in or carry-out all day brunch and a casual dinner concept offering to the funky and vibrant Darlinghurst.Takam’s philosophy is about #filipinofoodforward which showcases to their culture, nostalgia and passion for the traditional flavours and techniques of Filipino cuisine, but delivers in a elavated, harmonious and personalized manner. Takam are also inspired by the native Australian produce at Sydney’s doorstep, using native ingredients in their traditional cuisine and honouring both, will be at their forefront. A hybrid concept bought to life from lifelong friends, Francis Dela Cruz, Aileen Aguirre and Lesley Roque.
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10. 169 Darlinghurst
4.8
Exceptional(104)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Darlinghurst
169 is a licensed venue open weekends only for coffee and all day breakfast and lunch. Our iconic location on the corner of William St and Darlinghurst Rd has a rich history. We sit proudly on the border between Kings Cross and Darlinghurst and have some of the best people watching in town.Our dog friendly terrace is the perfect outdoor area and along with our bar and dining room, stylishly designed and filled with large scale artworks by George Raftopoulos, you can find an area that suits any needs.We hope to see you at 169 Darlinghurst soon.

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